I bet the scalding weather is becoming nearly unbearable for everyone, agreed? Though the thunderstorms broke the stifling heat to some extent, we are due for more scorching summer days in the coming months. Each of us yearns to leave all our work, enjoy a reprieve, visit a place with an affinity to cold and experience the snowy weather. Moreover, cold places in India are relatively reasonable, picturesque, and enchanting.
Many individuals sequester themselves to get away with snowfall but few embrace the adventures it brings along. So, let’s have a look at the chilly places that can be your perfect companion during exorbitantly heated days.
Here are the snow-laden places that are ideal tourist destinations.
Leh Ladakh
Frozen Lake
Where?- Jammu and Kashmir
Do you consider yourself a true adventurer? Not if you haven’t experienced the challenging 9-day Chadar Trek that involves trekking over the frozen rivers. Also, the Pangong Tso is a well-known lake that gets frozen during excessive winter days. January and February are the months with heavenly snowfall in Ladakh, with temperatures dropping much below the freezing point which is why it is difficult to drive on the snow-bedded roads. But it does not refrain us from traveling, does it? However, the ideal time to visit this dream-like paradise is during the summers for rafting and camping.
Gulmarg
Where?- Jammu and Kashmir
Are you a skiing enthusiast? If yes, do not miss this one. Fully snow-laden during the winters calls for skiing over the highest ski lift in the world! Along with skiing, adventure sports like snowboarding, trekking, and cable rides are also attraction points. Also, you can get a scenic view of the highest mountain peak in India, Mount Kanchenjunga here. Known as the ‘meadow of flowers ‘, Gulmarg is the land of alluring blossoms that can bless your eyes during the moderate seasons.
Auli
Gandola Cable Car
Where?- Uttarakhand
Who knew that a small, less-known hill station could offer one of the best snow experiences in India? Right from snow-covered meadows to adventure sport activities, this place remains an attractive tourist spot throughout the year. The skiing on the snowy slopes of the peaks of the Himalayas makes it all the more adventurous. Additionally, one of the best cable chair lift known as Gondola present in Auli is the second highest and the longest cable car ride in Asia. It is a must-visit place for a great snowfall experience.
Being the most preferred honeymoon destination of our forefathers, couples used to dream of building snowmen and snow houses with their partners in this exquisite place. Ample fun activities like fishing, hiking, trekking, etc. are accessible here. Traveling on horseback is even interesting and gives retro vibes as there is no railway station or airport nearby. Furthermore, it gives you a more panoramic view and time to explore the beauty of the place.
Manali
Manali Winter Carnival
Where?- Himachal Pradesh
If you wish to celebrate New Year at a hill station, Manali should surely top your list. Himachal welcomes New Year with the Manali Winter Carnival that constitutes massive activities, for instance, fashion shows, talent hunts, food festivals, dances, plays, musical performances, adventure sports, and so forth. Also, January is the best time to get acquainted with the pleasant weather and beauty of the hill station. To experience heavy snowfall, do not forget to visit Rohtang Pass situated near the Leh-Manali Highway.
Shimla
Where?- Himachal Pradesh
Renowned as the ‘Queen of Hills’, Shimla is known for its blanketed snowfall. The town is located on the top of hills with a snow-laden picturesque view. Known as the Switzerland of the East, Kufri has been recorded to experience the highest snowfall in Shimla every year that makes the mountains look like a snow blanket. Further, Mashobra is another place with snow-covered peaks and trees. Shimla consists of some great street shopping markets like mall road, lower bazaar, etc. A trip to Shimla is reasonable yet adventurous and one should surely visit it during winters.
Mussoorie
Where?- Uttarakhand
Another ‘Queen of Hills’ lays in blankets of snow right after heavy rainfall. People huddle around bonfires and enjoy camping during the snowfall. Mountain biking, rock climbing, river crossing, and rafting are some exciting activities to be a part of during snowfall. One of the most thrilling yet venturesome paragliding begins from Dhanaulti to Mussoorie Lake. However, there are various paragliding spots with different heights. Adequate skating rings are present and the most terrific and unique experience is the open-air skating.
Nainital
Snow View Point
Where?- Uttarakhand
What better than enjoying eating Maggi while watching it snow? The most preferred time to experience the heavy snowfall and misty environment of Nainital is from November to February. Snow View Point is the best area to get a scenic view of the snowfall and catching the glittering snowflakes. A closer view of the point enables you to get a glimpse of the Himalayan range along with the three peaks, namely, Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Nanda Kot. An aerial cable car is connected to give a mesmerizing view of the town.
Dalhousie
Paragliding across the valley
Where?- Himachal Pradesh
The most famous place to experience snowfall is Ganji Pahari and as the name suggests, it is known for the complete absence of flora on the hill. A thick coat of snow covers it during winters and is a great location for trekking to enjoy the sunrise and the sunset while passing through beautiful villages on the slopes. The most thrilling activity offered by Dalhousie is Paragliding across the open valleys during winters. It gives a whole new thrilling experience, especially during snowy weather.
Almora
Almora Zero Point
Where?- Uttarakhand
Have you ever laid your eyes upon a peak at zenith that is equally beautiful during the sunrise as well as the sunset? The Zero Point in Binsar, Almora is one such unique and rare spot that gives a 360-degree view of the Himalayan ranges consisting of the Kedarnath Peak and Shivling. The snowfall in Almora is so heavy that it tends to create hindrances in the adventurous activities but off-beat explorers would enjoy it to the fullest. This hilly area amidst the mighty yet majestic Himalayas is known as the land of snow along with the divinity of various sun temples. It is truly a get-away from the scorching weather.
Lava
Snow Nest
Where?- West Bengal
Birdwatching is so mesmerizing here that it is known as the ‘snow nest’. It is covered with pine trees, all sorts of birds, and butterflies, making it the perfect destination for nature admirers. The combination of snow and nature makes you feel refreshed and makes it the epitome of pacification. However, the roads are tricky but it provides a good opportunity for trekking and is one of the cheapest snowfall places in India. Do not expect luxurious hotels and an ostentatious environment but go for it if you enjoy being in nature’s lap.
Before we begin, a huge spoiler alert. This article contains stills and spoilers from the last episode of Marvel’s latest TV series, Wandavision. If you have steered clear of all the spoilers until now, here’s a warning to avoid another one. However, if you are one of the early bird watchers or a spoiler binger, this article is definitely for you. We delve into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, discuss spoilers, and end credit scenes from the last episode of Wandavision. And remember, the devil’s in the details.
A Brief Recap.
The last interaction most fans had with the Marvel Cinematic Universe was during 2019’s Avengers Endgame. Endgame was a movie with more heartbreak every few minutes than even The Notebook. And in many ways, it was. The Avengers started off in 2012 as a bunch of impatient and reckless superheroes. While the style of storytelling was impressive in 2008 one thing that Marvel maintains is consistency. The continuity of the storyline remained intact and even the less important served to be extremely crucial to the plot. Wandavision, the first series of the MCU, takes key storylines and ideas from each movie. And by taking key storylines, I mean literally taking stills and scenes from the previous movies.
Wandavision starts with the S.W.O.R.D division of the government noting peculiar activity at the town of Westview, New Jersey. Monica Rambeau freshly grieves the death of her mother Maria ‘Photon’ Rambeau. She seems ready for the extraterrestrial world but isn’t considered stable. As part of her grounding, she has to examine the activity at Westview village of New Jersey.
A Comedy Of Errors? Or More…
This has been going on in the real world. However, in a new dimension, Wanda seems to have created a new TV show. And in this reality, she lives a happy, domesticated life with the love of her life, Vision. Her life seems to sample scenes and setups from popular 50’s shows like Dick Van Dyke to name one. Wandavision follows a comedy of errors where the couple tries to hide their powers from the rest of the town. And every episode has something bizarre right under all the normalcy, leaving you just slightly confused after its ending. Everything seems to happen right in the last five minutes, and for all intents and purposes, you’re hooked.
If you are still here, I believe you are just as confused as I was the first time I saw the finale episode. Filled with throwbacks, philosophical conundrums, and an ugly white vision, the finale of Wandavision made me laugh as much as it made me cry. And there is so much to unpack, that you better hold on tight.
The episode begins where it left off. Agatha Harkness, a witch from the legends of Salem has Wanda’s sons captive and uses them to provoke Wanda. If you aren’t a comic aficionado, this won’t feel odd. However, in the comics, Agatha Harkness isn’t exactly a villain. She is a mentor, a fellow witch that guides Wanda to adorn her identity as the Scarlet Witch. However, as we see in Wandavision, this is more of a forceful reality check for Wanda than a lesson. The episode then sees the introduction of White Vision, a hilarious looking but way more dangerous entity than the Vision that Wanda creates.
The story of White Vision in Wandavision is both hurried and also a long time coming. If you pay good attention, you will realize from Episode 6 itself that Hayward isn’t really trying to save Westview. Neither is he hoping to help Wanda. All he wants is what Wanda created from scratch inside Westview – Vision. A synthezoid of blood and bone, wires and electricity, and with a life and mind of his own, Vision, we come to know towards the end, is a manifestation of the mind stone that lives inside Wanda. And when he gets the energy source needed to power up his version of Vision – Wanda’s magic, he lets it loose into Westview.
When Tony Stark first created his AI, Jarvis, he followed the three laws of robotics laid down by Asimov. They said – 1. A robot cannot hurt a human being or humanity. 2. A robot must obey the orders given it by human beings except where such orders would conflict with the First Law. 3. A robot must protect its own existence as long as such protection does not conflict with the First or Second Law.
These laws made Jarvis an efficient, albeit harmless AI. However, Ultron, the other component of what Vision is made of, did not follow the same rules. And hence when White Vision comes to life and begins to fatally attack Wanda or fight Vision, it doesn’t seem to be in conflict with these rules. And while you were expecting an epic showdown, what finally undoes White Vision is a well placed logical argument. In a library, nonetheless. While the argument of the Ship of Theuses is quite brilliant, it honestly feels little contrived in the context of the episode.
I kind of made my peace with how lackluster the fight scene between Vision and White Vision was because there was one other showdown that had my heart: Wanda against Agatha Harkness. Mixed with equal parts mind games and shows of strength, the MCU seems to have taken the call to feminism seriously.
And of course, then comes my favourite part of the show – The Transformation. It’s 20 minutes to the episode ending, and Agatha seems to have completely absorbed all of Wanda’s power. And then, right when Agatha tries to cast her first spell with her newfound powers, you get to see what you prayed for.
Agatha’s powers don’t work. Why, you ask? Well, according to Agatha, only a witch who has made runes around her given space can throw spells. And well, Wanda while also giving Agatha the illusion of losing, managed to create protective runes all around Westview. And then Wanda takes back all her power, and all of Agatha’s too. The transformation is truly a thing of beauty. It did my feminist heart good to see Elizabeth Olsen transform into an outfit which screamed power and yet didn’t sexualize anything.
The rest of the episode is simply Wanda accepting her fate, realizing that she would have to let go of Vision and their children for the good of Westview, and then committing to it.
The End-Credits
What good is a Marvel TV show/movie without a peppering of some truly juicy post-end credit scenes? In true Marvel fashion, Wandavision sets a TV series and set of movies into motion with its post-credit scenes. While this is truly speculation, the first end-credit scene seems like a prelude to Captain Marvel 2, which releases tentatively in 2022. The scene features Monica Rambeau now with her new powers and an FBI agent who is actually a Skrull from either Nick Fury or Carol Danvers herself. And that concretely sets in motion the introduction of a new superhero of phase four of the MCU – ‘Photon’.
Not The Only End-Credit Scene?
The second end credit scene of Wandavision is less confusing, but also more exciting. The camera pans into mountains, with a clearing in the center, and a cottage in the vicinity. Wanda seems to sip coffee on the doorstep and then goes into the house. The camera follows her, goes past her into the bedroom, where it shows us the real Wanda, I assume – an astral projection of The Scarlet Witch, reading and learning from the Book of the Damned. And just as the scene ends, your memories flashback to what Agatha says – “You don’t know what you have unleashed.”
And with this, we are assured of the release and continuation of The Scarlet Witch’s storyline in the next Marvel movie coming up in 2022, Dr.Strange and the Multiverse of Madness.
The amount of excitement I feel as I finish this breakdown and click on the first and latest episode of Falcon and The Winter Soldier is palpitating. I already can feel a myriad of theories bubbling at my fingertips with the newest venture of the MCU. Can you?
Wandavision brings home four awards at the MTV Movie and TV Awards –
We are dependent on electricity now more than ever. Our everyday routine revolves around a host of electrical devices that have now become a seamless part of our daily lives. Today if we are asked to imagine a day without electricity, most of us will not be able to execute even the most basic of our daily activities.
In such a scenario, power cuts or not just uncomfortable, but they completely disrupt our daily routines and almost bring life to a standstill. This is why the popularity of power backup devices has skyrocketed in recent times. One of these power backup devices that has gained immense popularity is an inverter.
An inverter can help you survive power cuts by ensuring an uninterrupted supply of electricity, even during an outage. However, not all inverters work as effectively for everyone. There are a number of factors that you need to keep in mind while picking an inverter for home. Here we discuss a few of these factors and help you understand how to get your hands on the best inverter for home.
Power Requirements
Every house has a different power requirement. This depends on how frequent and prolonged your power cuts are and how many appliances you usually run on your inverter. Considering these factors would help you choose an appropriate inverter for home that wouldn’t leave you stranded during a long power cut.
You can calculate the power requirement of your home by adding the power consumed by the different electrical appliances at your home. If you need to run three fans, three lights, one CFL, and one television during a power outage, here’s how you can calculate the power requirements of these items:
1 Fan = 70 Watts
1 tube light = 60 watts
1 CFL = 25 watts
1 Television = 120 watts
Therefore, your total power requirement is 3 x 70 +3 x 60 + 25 + 120 = 535 watts
Warranty and Guarantee
When you buy an inverter for home you would want it to last a long time, or at least you wouldn’t want to spend any extra money on the repairs. Get an inverter that comes with a reasonable warranty period. This would help you prevent wasting money on repairs each time your inverter breaks down. The warranty would also cover a replacement in case there’s some permanent damage.
Battery
An inverter cannot work independently. It needs a battery to work smoothly. This is why you need to make sure you pick out an effective battery to fuel your inverter and make sure it runs smoothly. This is why it is always a good idea to go for an inverter and a battery combo.
Brand
The brand of the inverter also plays an important role in deciding how effective it will be. When you purchase an inverter for home, you should always go for a reputable brand that is known for providing quality products that work efficiently and last longer.
These days, many excellent brands are available in the market that offer high-quality inverter for homes and allow you to find the best one for your needs. One such brand is Luminous. Luminous has made a mark for itself in the market and offers a range of excellent inverters for homes. So, if you’re looking for an inverter for your home, head to their website and get your hands on the inverter that suits your needs.
So, these were a few factors that you need to keep in mind while buying an inverter for your home. With these factors in mind, you can easily pick out an effective and appropriate inverter for home and say goodbye to power cut hassles.
Interior imitation with wooden toy furniture for chilldren. Interior design mock up, natural
Our home is our safe haven, where we forget all our stress and become the truest versions of ourselves. Especially during these times when the world seems to be dealing with a lot of problems, our home is the only place where we feel safe and secure. In such a situation, if there’s anything in the world that deserves our attention, it’s our safe abode, our home.
Now that venturing out has become less common and we are all spending a significant part of our day at home, it seems like a good time to plan an interior revamp. After all, we can all use some fresh energy and positivity to counter the unpleasantness that we’ve all dealt with over the past few months.
However, interior design can be a tricky task. It requires organized planning and a far-sighted vision to visualize the design before it becomes a reality. Moreover, it requires contacts to source all the different elements of the design at reasonable prices. This is why it is a great idea to get free interior design consultation from a professional while planning the interiors for your home.
Let’s look at a few reasons that would convince you to hire the best interior designer while planning your next home renovation.
Saves Money
This might sound shocking, but it’s true. Hiring the best interior designer would help you save a lot of money. This is because interior designers have years of experience and can foresee what would and would not work for your space. This way, you would not end up making expensive mistakes that would cost a lot of money to reverse.
Moreover, interior designers have contacts with different retailers or sometimes even their own workshops, which can help you source furniture, décor pieces and furnishing at reasonable prices, ultimately helping you save money.
Saves Time
Apart from money, hiring the best interior designer would also help you save time. With years of working with different kinds of people, designers have developed a way to understand your needs, sometimes even better than you yourself do. This is why they can provide you with your desired designs without wasting any time.
Get Innovative, Creative Ideas
The world of interior design is so dynamic that there are new trends surfacing every other day. When you work with the best interior designers, you can check out these latest trends and get access to innovative, creative ideas that you might not have thought of.
Get Professional Insights
With professional interior design consultation, you get access to valuable insights and avoid mistakes that can be irreversible or very complicated to reverse. These insights are incredibly useful while you’re working on a large-scale project or spending a large amount of money on your interior design project.
Make the Most of Your Space
The best interior designers have experience in working on different kinds of spaces, whether big or small. This is why with the help of a professional interior designer, you can make the best use of your space and find effective ways to maximize it.
These facts make it clear that it is a great idea to get the best interior designers on board for your projects. These designers come with years of experience and provide end-to-end solutions to make your interior design journey a memorable experience. These days many new-age interior design consultants like Livspace can be approached for your residential or commercial projects. Livspace is known for offering excellent interior design consultation and other services that can help you design the home of your dreams. Visit their website to book a free interior design consultation today.
Don’t we always long to look flawless regardless of the outfit we wear? Irrespective of what we like to wear, we need to acknowledge that all clothes are designed in accordance with a particular body type. A bodycon dress might not look as good on you as your relatively slim companion. However, there are ample options that can make you rock the dress look that might not be the case with her.
Do you know that you can shed around 5 pounds when you spruce up as per your body type? No, we are not recommending you lose weight. Rather, coordinating suitable tops with the right bottoms as well as the accessories that complement the outfit is what would work as a camouflaging feature for you.
Do you want to make them wonder about the mystery behind your fitness without even shedding weight?
Here are some types of clothes that can make you look slim
Stripes and Prints
Most likely, everyone must be well aware of the spell played by vertical lines to make your body look a lot slimmer. A vertical stripe automatically throws away a few extra pounds while horizontal stripes make your body look wider than usual as it prompts the eyes to look from side to side. Deep necklines with clean prints make you look taller and thinner. Also, decent and small prints can conceal the details while huge prints can ruin it all. Briefly, ‘The smaller the print, the smaller you look’ and the other way round.
Fitted+Baggy
It’s a fashion myth that wearing loose clothes would hide your fat while skinny clothes would showcase it as too loose clothes make you look even bigger than usual. Go for proportions, for instance, pair a skin-fitted top along with baggy bottoms or even flared boot cuts. Likewise, you could also consider wearing a loose knotted shirt with skinny-fit jeans. Moreover, fitted crop tops with palazzos could work wonders for your slim look.
Dark Hues
Indeed, the darker the shade of your outfit, the slimmer you look. Black is everyone’s favorite, especially because of its ability to conceal our problem areas with its dark texture. Thus, dark colors from head to toe are most known for a slim look. After all, a black tee with dark blue jeans and a high pony is an evergreen combination for a reason and it makes you look so much leaner isn’t it? Prefer minimal contrast. To sum up, Go Monochromatic!
Fits and Flares
One-piece dresses glide over our curves and each one of us wears it but what type makes you look slim? Well, a big no to bodycons. Printed maxis( but not huge messy prints), midis with narrow belts, especially for hourglass figure so that the waist does not look bound, a pleated skirt dress with a jacket are all 10 on 10 looks to seem slimmer. Go for a one-piece with a good fabric, not thin and tight ones that only highlight the flaws.
Right-Sized Shirts
Generally, a row of buttons makes you look from up to down which creates an illusion of slenderness. Furthermore, shirts are a to-go place for every body type, and balancing them with flared pants makes you look leaner. However, avoid under or oversized shirts and pick the best-fitted shirt so that they complement your body. Go for tucked-in shirts with boot cuts, styled with heels that cover your insteps. Prefer high heels and avoid wide strapped sandals.
High-Waist Bottoms
High-waist jeans are the best alternatives to camouflage that belly fat most of us have. Surely, we should embrace it but wearing high-waist jeans over that makes it all the more glamorous along with tank tops or basic tees. Pair your crop tops with skinny cropped high waist jeans and a shrug to pull the college look in an elegant manner. In case you have excess fat in your thighs and legs, go for body-hugging denims as they make your legs look slimmer. Also, wear high-waists with few pockets to prevent the prominence of thigh fat.
V-Neckline
Basic deep V-necks provide a good separation to the chest that gives length to your neck making your upper body look slim. It draws attention to your chest instead of to your neck and double chin. Wear V-neck dresses that are cinched at the waist and have curve-enhancing seams. Besides, pair V-neck tops with dark flared bottoms and a blazer for a sleek boss-lady vibe.
Pencil Skirts
The tailor-cut towards the end makes you look thin as it does not allow the skirt to be skin-tight through the hips. The most appropriate and attractive top with a pencil skirt would be a peplum that flares out and buries the belly fat. For formal events, go for a wrap top with a high-waisted knee-length pencil skirt to cover belly fat. Avoid patterned skirts as they work as lower body enhancers and nobody likes to reveal unnecessary details right?
The trend calls out slinging belts over trapeze dresses, scarfs, flared tops, oversized tees, sarees, and whatnot but what if I tell you that it can make you look sleek as well! A DIY belt, say a strip of cloth can be knotted over any dress in order to hide the fat rolls. Jumpsuits never made you look as slim as they do when paired with a belt as it provides enough area between the waist and the chest(midriff). Avoid if midriff is your pain area.
Longer Jackets
Create a classic denim on denim look to illustrate a slim yet curvy figure. The biggest advantage of longer jackets is their ability to cover up the flaws, giving a classy look. Baggy jackets make you look all the more bulky, therefore, pick fitted jackets and cardigans. An open jacket paired with V-neck shirt, dark jeans and long boots is an easy go-to outfit for any occasion. They work as ultimate confidence boosters.
Looking for an excuse to toss aside your outmoded accessories for modish, new ones? Accessories express your personality, and carrying trendy accessories is what most of us picture. So, let’s talk about the stuff in vogue.
Our look appears to be incomplete without fusing the clothes with accessories as they enhance it into a robust outfit, complementing the wearer’s look. I believe, for most of the part, there’s always at least one accessory you cannot manage to venture out from home without. Having truckloads of accessories is not pivotal. Rather, what matters is the way you make the best of whatever you have and styling it in a way enough to turn heads.
However, you must have observed that not all accessories suit everyone, isn’t it? Therefore, up your game by opting for the stuff that goes in accordance with your body proportion, for instance, choker suits women with slender necks while women with short necks tend to give a new aspect to the long neckpiece look.
Here are the Trendy Fashion Accessories of 2021
Handbags
In addition to being keepers, bags play an essential role in enhancing our outfits and giving that stylish look. Some women prefer carrying bags in accordance with the color and type of their outfits while others match it with their footwear. These days, most of your Instagram feed must be full of fluffy cloud bags with the trendy thick gold chain that indeed, looks extremely unique. Another hopping trend includes the vintage style from the 90s, the baguette bag which is a small-sized shoulder bag available in an array of colors. So, it would not be inappropriate to say that this year is all about the lustrous, mini bags.
Ear Accessories
Traditional or western, we do not tend to feel complete without wearing earrings. The trend calls for long graphic earrings that complement every look. Meaningful words are displayed in various languages as well as funky colorful graphics that acts as a magnet for all the funky accessory lovers. Moreover, designed to go through your pierced lobe and hook on the top of your year, these sleek safety-pin-like earrings are the new trendsetters that are mostly worn individually. These are truly the standout ear piercings we were looking for. So, bless your ear piercings with these unique and glamourous earrings.
Shades in style keep changing at a very fast pace. Initially, big glasses in a variety of shapes were longed for by every other person but currently, that is out of the scene. Nowadays, we see quite a lot of fashionistas outshining the tiny rectangular glasses on the bridge of their nose. As we know, retro is the new modern and they still look so chic and classy. However, do not expect it to protect you from sun rays as they are too tiny to serve the purpose. Besides, elevate your look and making your pictures hotter.
Chain Link Accessories
If you follow all the latest trends, then you probably would have been salivating over the latest chain-link trend. You can place chain links on every possible accessory these days from neckpieces, earrings, handbags to shoes and even belts. They give that swanky look with their lustrous gold appearance. The latest trend comes with extra-large chain links that are layered and looped. They provide focal points to bags and even sunglasses with their straps being rendered in elegant and high-toned chains. Add it to any basic accessory and see how it changes the game.
Scrunchies
Scrunchies have been in the spotlight for quite some time due to their versatility as you can use them to provide a finish to your braids, bun, ponytail, or even be chic to work as a bracelet. As it is easy to make, it provides room for ample small businesses that sell these by using minimal attractive cloth material. Accordingly, the trend took off with velvet and classic colors and grew into patterns like florals, geometric, polka dots. etc. Currently, the organza scrunchies are ruling the trend industry.
DIY with Scarfs
Scarfs are no more confined to providing warmth, rather, it is an element that can add a touch of style and superiority. Spring scarfs let you exploit the beauty of the fabric. It can work as a jacket, a hairband, a top with different styles, and even a bracelet. Use a shorter scarf for neck and hair ties while a longer scarf would be appropriate for forming tops with knots. Knotted necklace, French knot, double bandana, turtlenecks, etc. are some popular as well as fashionable style of knots that give a new form to the scarf.
Footwear
Got a pedicure done but your toes get covered up under your heels? Haven’t you heard about the latest clean heel trend? Being one of the breakout trends, clean heels give you a unique and non-conformist look, with either transparent straps or the heel, or even both. The feature that fascinates us the most is that it goes with every color and matches perfectly with summer outfits. They come in a variety of latest trends, for instance, pearl-studded, stilettoes, binged-outs, pin heels, etc.
Face Masks
Most of you must be having a collection of face masks in accordance with your outfits. However, do you get fed up with taking your face mask on and off quite frequently? The modish chain face mask looks like a necklace, yet works like an eyeglass chain! So, no more losing masks or facing obstacles as to where to put them when having food or clicking selfies. Additionally, it protects you from germs as you end up touching them less. You can get your customized chain masks, pearled, beaded, laced, etc. Safety blended with style! Go for it.
Belts
Initially, belts were solely designed to hold your pants up. They still do, but in recent times, they even complement your dresses, skirts, flared tops, sarees, etc. The stretch belts are new in the trend industry and their distinctive feature makes them all the more unique. They do not come with buckles, instead, they come in accordance with body types, providing free size and stretchable enough to fit all body sizes, thus they act as tummy-tuckers. Moreover, it does not let you face hindrances of loops and pins. Furthermore, the elite Gucci belt is regardless to say, the most popular one with its logo imprinted on it that can be added to knee-length dresses.
Are you someone who desires to avoid the boring, monotonous, set 9-to-5-job routine? Are you searching for job opportunities with adjustable timings, traveling, and freelance opportunities?
Nowadays, more and more jobs permit us to travel the world while working due to technology and resources. It’s no wonder that we are extending the boundaries and striving to widen our horizons. All we need is to get out of our comfort zone with courage and the excitement of knowing the world.
You could see the sights after work, meet new individuals after meetings, and satisfy your passion to travel on the corporate tab. The best travel jobs empower you to earn income while exploring the world. In this blog, we’re going to explore the top 10 options for those of you out there trying to earn a living while on the road.
1. TRAVEL BLOGGING
A travel blogger is a freelance writer who maintains their blog site. They make an attempt to derive income by taking advantage of what’s written in the articles and features. The travel blogger must travel to destination countries to get exciting experiences that are then hosted on their blog site.
As a food blogger, you’ll be to travel around different places, click photos, and inform your followers regarding your experience. You can start managing a freelance blog for various companies, or you may even begin your blog.
There is no salary as such for travel blogging. It all depends on how visible the blog is, how many followers the site has, and the kind of reputation it holds. All you need to become a travel blogger is your passport, baggage, some money, and exceptional writing skills that may attract readers.
2. EVENT PLANNING
An event planner structures an event coordinates all of the moving elements and makes certain everyone has a good time. They manage the whole occasion from the preparation stage, right through to running the event and sending out the post-event evaluation. The role is primarily active and usually involves managing a team.
This job expects candidates to be able to perform duties like meeting with event stakeholders to get an understanding of the event’s purpose and goals, scouting and examining event venues, choosing a caterer, hiring a live band, administering audio-visual equipment, keeping the event running on schedule, arranging lodging and transportation for attendees, managing the budget and ensuring vendors are paid.
Event planners spend time both in and out of their offices. While the profession will involve travel to exciting destinations, opportunities to stay at high-end hotels and dine at exclusive restaurants, the work is fraught with fixed deadlines and pressure circumstances that demand swift thinking and resolution. An event planner can earn from Rs.50,000 to Rs.5,00,000 per month, depending upon the budget and services provided.
3. FILM MAKING – Travel to exotic locations
Film-making is a process that involves multiple aspects such as storytelling, direction, screenplay, the casting of actors, deciding budget and locations to shoot, etc. Their primary duties cover reading and editing scripts, motivating and directing actors, collaborating with editors to produce the film in its final form, and organizing the camera crew, art directors, costume designers, and musical composers to assure consistent and productive execution.
Filmmakers tend to be creative people, which means they’re artistic, intuitive, sensitive, articulate, and passionate. They travel often and must be ready to work on weekends or alter filming plans based on the weather or locale.
Today, location plays a crucial role in the production of a movie. Filmmakers are accountable for coming up with ideal locations by the script and normally work closely with the production company. Finding an exceptional location doesn’t simply happen by traveling around ticking off boxes on the brief, it’s of noticing the world around you and documenting it for future reference.
There is no specific educational qualification that a director should possess to make films however there are film schools that provide a 3-year B.Sc./B.A. in Film-making for people who want to specialize in it. Filmmakers don’t have fixed salaries; it depends on the production house of the film and how massive the project and casting are.
4. ARCHAEOLOGY – Travel to Excavation sites
Archaeology is the study of the human past through the recovery, analysis, and interpretation of remains. It includes prehistoric stone tools, pottery, buildings, bones, and trash. The responsibility of an excavator is to survey various sites using different techniques and instruments, manipulate the info using drawing, notes, and photography, supervise and guide workers and write reports, papers, and different articles for publication.
If you like hard work, dirt, and travel, archaeology will be right for you. Archaeologists have unique job perks, such as the opportunity to travel and meet new folks, and one day is rarely like the next. Archaeologists whose study areas are not near where they live might travel to conduct researches, excavations, and laboratory analyses.
Opportunities for national and international travel might arise through different dig locations, consultancy work with international development organizations, and through the participation of expert conferences.
Salary packages depend on education, operation area, sector, level of skills, experience, and many other factors. In India, a fresher archaeologist may expect a salary of Rs.3 lakhs per year, and trained professionals can expect a salary package of Rs.7 lakhs per annum.
5. PILOT
A pilot is someone who can operate aircraft to carry passengers or goods from one location to another. They’re hired by commercial airlines, corporations, or governments. Pilots, by the very nature of their occupation, have the chance to travel the world and find out about other lands and cultures.
Their primary responsibility is to manage the aircraft, but their day consists of completing other tasks such as checking the weather and confirming flight plans before leaving, pre-flight and post-flight inspections, checking flight logs before departure, and execute split-second decisions during times of emergency. Throughout the flight, pilots are accountable for the safety of all crew members and passengers on board.
Additionally, pilots and their family members benefit from free travel perks, which means that they have the opportunity to travel for pleasure as well as for business. Many commercial pilots get free or reduced travel, even after retirement. Pilots have to eat different meals to one another, they also get a much broader selection.
Most pilots, especially those working for commercial airlines, receive a healthy set of advantages including health, life, vision, and dental insurance, as well as a retirement plan. A commercial pilot’s total compensation will vary between Rs.15,00,000 to Rs.70,00,000 based on their expertise in flying.
6. FLIGHT ATTENDANT
A Flight Attendant is accountable for attending to the protection and luxury needs of passengers aboard a flight. They perform a variety of tasks including demonstrating emergency procedures, instructing passengers, conducting pre-flight inspections of emergency equipment, serving beverages, meals, or snacks, reassuring passengers once the aircraft hits turbulence, and coordinate emergency medical aid, as needed.
An awesome thing about being a flight attendant is free food and housing. For flight attendants, meals and housing aren’t something that they ought to stress about since most airlines already provide free housing to whatever city or destination they’re currently based. Most airlines do permit their flight attendants to fly without charge when they aren’t serving and additionally offer some combination of free and discounted tickets for friends and family of flight attendants.
A Flight Attendant may earn an average total compensation (includes tips, bonus, and overtime pay) of ₹4,00,000 to ₹10,00,000 based on their expertise. Not only are you able to meet people around the globe, but generally folks on planes are pretty happy and/or excited to be traveling somewhere, and may typically be a joy to talk to. If you are into photography, it is the most satisfying job ever, because the amount of exciting new subjects is unlimited.
7. ORNITHOLOGY
An ornithologist is an expert who studies birds. They perceive the physical structure, behavior, origin, diseases, and evolution of bird species. They examine with specimens in a laboratory or out in the field, where they study birds in their natural environments. The opportunity of worldwide travel is one of the attractions of an ornithological career.
The job role of an Ornithologist is not particular. Some may work in laboratories as researchers while several others many work as an ecologist. Many Ornithologist collaborates with agencies, NGOs, and leaders to create awareness on the protection of bird species.
Fieldwork might involve travel to remote locations together with international travel. It can also involve travel by foot, exposure to all sorts of weather conditions, and isolation. Ornithologists further work in laboratories and may process information with computers in a workplace setting.
Those who would like to work as a researcher must hold a bachelors’ degree in Biology, Zoology, or Animal Science and a Ph.D. degree. An entry-level bird-watcher earns a mean wage of ₹3,67,729 and a senior-level ornithology curator earns a mean wage of ₹6,22,509.
8. TRAVEL SHOW HOSTING
Travel show hosts appear on local and national TV to present data concerning the various countries that they travel to. Hosts speak about the food, land, culture, and folks thereby interviewing the locals and keep the program exciting. They ensure that everything sticks to the schedule and that the audience is aware of what is happening.
They get to explore new destinations with their crew and directly share their experiences with the audience. There aren’t any qualification necessities for a travel show host. All you need is an enthusiasm for life, a passion for travel, and a lively personality to become one. You need to be relaxed before the camera and be natural at interacting with individuals. You should be happy and excited at whatever the world throws at you.
The average wage of a fresher travel presenter is anywhere between 5-7 lakhs per annum. A skilled professional earns between 12-15 lakhs per annum. Travel show hosts get a lot of free stuff such as astounding experiences, overnights in luxurious hotels, exotic foods and they also get to meet some extraordinary and interesting personalities around the world. They might be operating anyplace in the world, depending on the show, and are expected to work in any conditions.
9. CONSULTING
Consultants provide guidance and expertise to organizations to assist them. They improve their business performance in terms of operations, profitability, management, structure, and strategy. Most management consultants are hired by international consultancy companies, professional services firms, or strategy sections of business organizations like accountants.
The general responsibilities of a consultant include conducting analysis, surveys, and interviews to achieve an understanding of the business, analyzing statistics, organizing and presenting data, detecting problems, and examining ways to resolve them. Some consultants will travel to a client’s business whereas others can only interact online.
Management Consultants will earn a median yearly compensation of Rs.6 LPA to Rs.23 LPA based on their expertise. A degree in any discipline, though business, management, economics, mathematics, or statistics is advantageous for entry into some companies. An MBA can lead to entry at a higher level however it is only for candidates possessing years of expertise.
10. TRAVEL JOURNALIST
Travel Journalists write and assemble data about the places that they have visited in such a way that it will be interesting to their audience. They collect and analyze facts concerning exciting events by interview, investigation, or observation.
The job role of a travel journalist is interesting, and the workspace is not restricted to a cubicle. They can travel to many places, be a part of various other cultures and traditions. They can give tremendous pleasure to their taste buds by the cuisine of various lands.
Most travel journalists aim to encourage a broader view and wider understanding of the world we live in. They enjoy certain perks in their job. The company funds the travel expenses, food, and clothing. They also enjoy public attention and folks treat them like a celebrity and give special treatment. If you are adventuresome, love traveling, and proficient in communication, then this job is perfect for you.
The average annual wage of a travel journalist in India is Rs.2,00,000 per annum. Excellent research skills, a passion for travel, the ability to write and take pictures, persistence, being organized, and able to meet deadlines are some of the skills expected to be a thriving travel journalist. Most employers prefer workers who have a bachelor’s degree in journalism or communications.
CONCLUSION
Now that you’ve seen the opportunities, you can start assessing which skills you possess. You can turn those into a career where you can travel. Finding a job that allows you to travel enables you to connect your passions and see the world, one task at a time.
The 21st century, with the advanced technological developments and the onset of the Internet, has opened several doors for today’s youth to pursue completely different career options. We have come past the time where the sole career options presented to someone who finished high school were either engineering, doctor, or lawyer. New career options have now come up which are growing very fast such as Occupational therapists, information security analyst, nurse practitioners, speech-language pathologist,
A FICCI-NASCOM report states that about 9% of 600 million workforces in India will find a new career path that does not exist today by the end of 2022. The modern youth are currently capable of making the most effective usage of the hardware and software available to create something artistic.
Here is a list of the fastest-growing career options in India that will outrank other jobs thanks to their enormous growth potential.
1.OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT:
Occupational therapy assistants work with therapists to help their clients develop and recover activities of daily living, and carry out activities and exercises with clients based on a treatment procedure.
A 3-year B.Sc. degree in Occupational Therapy followed by a 2-year M.Sc. degree is needed to become an occupational therapist assistant.
Occupational therapist job needs candidates to perform duties like treating patients through therapeutic activities designed to enhance their function. Occupational therapists advise relations regarding changes in the patient’s personality and instruct them about the treatment program.
The Occupational Therapist job is one of the foremost promising courses providing job stability, honest pay, and studies have shown that employment for occupational therapists is anticipated to grow by about 29% over the next decade. They are employed in hospitals, clinics, and health centers. Pay packages for occupational therapists vary from Rs.3,50,000 per annum to Rs.15,00,000 per annum based on the work experience.
2. INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST- A career for the tech enthusiasts
Information security analysts take measures to safeguard a company’s sensitive information, staying one step ahead of cyber attackers. They install updated antivirus packages to forestall hackers, monitor networks, detect security problems, investigate security breaches and fix detected vulnerabilities.
Qualifications of an information security analyst are B.E / B.Tech degree in Computer Science or IT along with a master’s degree with a specialization in Data Security. An MBA in Information Systems and a couple of years of relevant expertise is preferable for a better salary package.
The skills needed for an information security analyst are good written and oral communication skills, proficiency with various operations systems, and risk and vulnerability assessment.
Big Corporates along with startups are hiring cybersecurity professionals due to an increase in multiple cyber attacks. Information security analysts in India get an mean package of Rs.6,00,000 to Rs.10,00,000 per annum. According to the Ministry of Labor and Management, by 2020, the demand for Information Security Analysts would be up by 37%.
3. PHYSICIAN ANALYSTS:
Physician analysts apply their knowledge of information acquisition, management, and interpretation to healthcare data, providing insights that physicians and clinical researchers may use. They will be responsible for automating internal and external reports and presenting data to help hospital executives and others perceive the operational impact of the information.
The responsibilities of a physician analyst are primarily to organize data on the most recent trends in client service, determine abnormal conditions by administering x-rays, electrocardiograms, and interpret test results.
Physician analyst should possess a bachelor’s degree in health information systems, pharmacy, medical technology, and 3 years equivalent work expertise. They also need skills such as excellent analytical and mathematical skills, good time management abilities, expertise working with a team, health promotion and maintenance, pain management, and self-development.
The employment of physician assistants is projected to grow 31 percent which is higher than the average for all occupations. The mean pay for a physician analyst range from Rs.7,04,682 p.a to Rs.9,43,330 p.a.
4. STATISTICIAN / MATHEMATICIAN- A career for the analytical mind
Statisticians collect information through methods such as elections and experiments, use applicable concepts to research, interpret, and present conclusions. They are needed to organize information for analysis, monitor data quality, and find ways to enhance data collection or analysis for the future. They determine the trends through a combination of technical skills and knowledge.
Aspiring candidates have to apply for a 3-year B.Sc. Statistics or B.Stat. Some statistician positions need a master’s degree, such as a 2-year MS in Statistics, M.Stat, or MA in Statistics. They require technical skills like specialization in theoretical statistics, efficiency in programming languages like Python, C/C++, R, and Machine Learning.
Statistics is indispensable in today’s world, and the governments of most countries are perpetually researching to enhance their economic development. The statistician may expect anything between Rs.25,000 to Rs.45,000 per month. It depends upon the assignment and the importance of it.
5. NURSE PRACTITIONERS:
Nurse practitioners are advanced practice registered nurses who are trained to assess patients, order and interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests, diagnose illness, and formulate treatment plans. Of all the nurse occupations, nurse practitioners are projected to have the quickest rate of employment growth (28 percent) in 10 years.
Nurse Practitioners equipped with technical skills such as the ability to communicate effectively with retail and medical partners at different levels, patients, relations, physicians, and awareness of disease prevention. Currently, in India, there is a four-year B.Sc. Nursing course, a 2-year M.Sc. Nurse Practitioners in critical care and a national certification offered through different nursing organizations.
Nurse practitioners earn a mean total compensation (includes tips, and overtime pay) of Rs.2,40,000 to Rs.9,60,000 based on their background. Other nurse practitioners who have very good expertise can expect higher pay.
Nurse Practitioners perform duties like taking the patient’s history, performing a physical exam, diagnosing, treating diseases, and coaching patients and families on managing diseases or injuries and on prevention.
6. SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST:
Speech Pathologists are professionals who work with people of all ages to develop communication techniques and treat swallowing disorders, amongst various other job responsibilities.
Speech Pathologists help improve the social communication skills, reasoning, problem-solving, and swallowing disorders of patients. The employment of speech-language pathologists is anticipated to grow by 27% between 2021 and 2028. The mean pay for speech pathologists in India is Rs.3,50,000 p.a. Outside of India, they earn $52,000 per year.
Speech Pathologists should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology [BASLP], a Master’s degree in Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology (MASLP), and Post Graduate Certificate Course in Auditory Verbal Therapy [PGCAVT] to practice Speech Therapy.
Speech Pathologists help develop and implement treatment plans based on their assessment and educate patients on communication techniques, and tactics for managing speech/language barriers.
7.GENETIC COUNSELOR:
A genetic counselor provides information on the inheritance of diseases and their risks, addresses the issues of patients, and supports patients and their families in treating these diseases.
Genetic counselors’ duties are chiefly to interview patients to receive family medical histories and assess genetic data to know patients or families in danger for specific genetic disorders. They document patient charts, maintain proper records, discuss testing choices and the associated risks, benefits, and limitations with patients.
Those interested in the course must complete a master’s degree program in genetic counseling. Genetic counseling certification and suitable licensure help you to find jobs with higher salary packages. They possess technical skills such as great verbal and communication skills, counseling skills, and the ability to use individualistic judgment.
The employment of genetic counselors is projected to grow 29% between 2021 and 2024, as compared to a mean rate of 7% across all occupations. An entry-level genetic counselor (1-3 years of experience) earns a mean salary of Rs.4,28,783. On the other hand, a senior-level genetic counselor (8+ years of experience) earns a mean salary of Rs.7,30,140.
8. SOFTWARE DEVELOPER:
Software developers build applications or systems that run on a laptop or another device. They are the productive minds behind software programs, and they design software that allows users to perform specific tasks on the machine.
Software developers work to professionally maintain all software, formulate updates periodically to handle client and company affairs and analyze and examine programs before the formal launch. They consult with project managers to collect information on limitations and explore ways to promote software processes and interactions.
Software developers must have a degree in engineering and a powerful set of programming skills. They require specialized certifications in computer languages like Java, PHP, and Agile methodology. They also require skills such as the ability to develop unit testing of code elements or complete applications, deep learning knowledge, and experience working on a variety of software development designs.
The career field of software application developers is anticipated to grow 26% percent in the period 2018 to 2028. A software developer can expect to earn a mean total compensation of Rs.3,40,495 to Rs.12,52,116, based on their expertise in the field.
9. RENEWABLE ENERGY CONSULTANTS – New age career
Renewable energy consultants perform energy surveys and audits and advise customers on sources of renewable energy. These involve wind, solar, marine, wave, tidal, hydro, and bioenergy. They further advise on sustainable solutions inside the created environment and infrastructure sectors. They are also called sustainability consultants.
A bachelor’s degree in Renewable Energy Management is the ideal path for an aspiring renewable energy consultant. Building upon a necessary foundation of communication, critical examination, math, and science. This kind of program possesses a special emphasis on renewable resource technologies. Specific sections in the different types of alternative energies implement technical instruction.
There is huge value in pursuing a master’s degree as a renewable energy consultant. It can help you gain advanced education in the best practices of renewable energy management and entirely perceive environmental law and ordinances. Pursue a specialization to present yourself more marketable to a specific division of the industry. You can work towards a teaching career within the field.
Responsibilities of a renewable energy consultant will usually include:
conducting investigation and analyzing the company’s current energy usage
writing reports and mapping the entire energy usage
thinking of ideas for further options
Developing ideas and explaining them, with data such as pros and cons, feasibility, and costs
presenting your findings, ideas, and opinions
responding to inquiries from (often senior) employees
advising workers to go ahead with the plan(s) you believe to be more effective.
As an energy consultant, you’ll typically need:
excellent analysis skills
to be numerate and ready to perceive data
the capability to think analytically and creatively
effective written and verbal communication skills
to be persuasive while presenting arguments or thoughts
confidence while talking with senior employees.
The Indian Labour Statistics has calculated a career growth of 14% for management analysts between 2014 and 2024, which is faster than average. The salary of a Renewable Energy Consultant varies from ₹15,81,000 to ₹34,28,000, according to their expertise in the field. Renewable energy consultants may continue to be in high demand as our country moves toward these sustainable energy sources.
10.NUTRITIONIST
A nutritionist evaluates clients’ needs to know their dietary necessities and restrictions. They use their expert knowledge of nutrition and food to assist others to make healthy food selections. Primary areas of practice cover clinical, community, management, and consultant dietetics.
Nutritionists require certain soft skills to effectively work with patients and put their experience of diet planning to use. Some of these skills include:
• Active listening: Clients require complete attention when they are talking about their health problems, dietary issues, and different challenges.
• Verbal communication: A notable part of a dietician and nutritionist’s job involves conveying information to patients and their caregivers. Doing this effectively needs great communication skills and speaking skills.
• Interpersonal Skills: These people skills enable nutritionists to instruct and persuade patients and also to communicate with colleagues.
• Organizational skills: Caseloads can sometimes be complicated, and being extremely organized can assist in preventing nutritionists from becoming overwhelmed.
A Bachelor’s degree in nutritional science, dietetics, and a minimum of 2 years of expertise as a licensed nutritionist will boost your chances of landing a job. In-depth understanding of biochemistry, research methods, and human physiology are additional points to improve you.
The undergraduate degree courses approved by the Association for Nutrition cover areas like human nutrition, public health, nutrition, and food science, nutrition and exercise, and animal nutrition. You may usually need two or three A levels or equivalent, often including biology.
Career growth for dieticians and nutritionists is projected at 15 percent for the decade ending in 2026. This is better than twice the 7 percent rate projected for all occupations. The national average salary for a Nutritionist is ₹5,18,473 in India. Hospitals employ the most substantial range of dieticians and nutritionists. Others work for the government, nursing and residential care facilities.
CONCLUSION
With each passing year, month, and day, we observe groundbreaking advancements and transformations. The numerous exciting perspective of this transformation of careers is that it is paving the way for alternate career routes, several of which did not even exist a couple of years back.
It could take loads of effort to develop your skills, however, it is also a chance to learn various things. Begin now by setting goals, and keep acting on each task in your plan. One step at a time can lead you toward an excellent career.
Were you anticipating eating all those delectable snacks and wearing designer dresses at a wedding until the lockdown occurred? But what if I tell you that there are ways you can spark a lockdown wedding? Indeed! By following the lockdown wedding guidelines and taking appropriate safety measures, planning an extraordinary weekday wedding is quite conceivable with not more than 25 guests.
We are no strangers to the customs of Indian weddings that incorporate all the relatives, friends, and other acquaintances. The flipside is that the pandemic shows no sign of plateauing that would refrain you from having a fantasy-like big fat wedding.
Nonetheless, we are all well aware of the extravaganza of calling off a wedding as older folks consider it ominous. So, we got you some ways that would make your wedding as exciting as you envisioned or even better!
Here are 10 extraordinary ideas for a perfect lockdown wedding
Pre-wedding Photoshoot at Home
Pre-wedding shoots at picturesque locations are one of the most exciting parts of weddings. Unfortunately, it’s not quite possible during the lockdown. How about a shoot at home by making some handmade props and background. If you wanted an outdoor shoot in a resort, you could use your garden for the same by setting up a beautiful picnic scene. If you want a more retro shoot, go for a bicycle with floral decor. Also, use a smoke bomb to add colors, rose petals, sky lanterns, DIY quote banners .etc.
Virtual Invites
Not only during the lockdown but also once everything comes back on track, go paperless with creative digital wedding cards and send them online to your guests. For instance, photo cards, Livestream wedding invitation, Additionally, make sure you do not force your guests to attend the wedding and include a blurb with quirky precautionary messages like, “Love is in the air but so are the germs”. For those who can’t attend a ceremony, send a virtual photo wedding card post the ceremony.
Pandemic-Friendly Bachelorette at Home
Movies like Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara and The Hangover have set the bar too high and ever since most of us must be planning a perfect destination for a bachelorette. But what if we need to adjust a few tweaks due to lockdown, the party must go on! There’s no reason you can’t have yourself a fancy night in. Grab the drinks, have an on-theme game night, and dress like a boss with a specific dress code for all. Some members of your squad might not be able to join, accordingly, a quick video clip can be recorded sharing their favorite memories with the bride/groom. You could likewise make tents in the external spaces of your home and go camping! However, remember to sleep in separate tents, just in case you nod off, that is most likely not going to happen.
Separate Dance Performances
Say no to DJs and group dances in your lockdown wedding as it would be contrary to the guidelines. Rather, close friends and family members must prepare separate dance performances depicting their memories with the couple followed by a personal awards night wherein titles like Dancing Queen, Best Couple, Best Dressed, etc. could be given by making DIY sachets and stylish masks. Moreover, if 2 or more people dance together, mark red spots on the dance floor in order to follow social distancing.
Everyone has relatives and friends who have dreamt of their marriage ever since they were young and they need all whereabouts of your wedding. So, take a digital-first approach and get your wedding recorded by your videographer with a tripod positioned close to the ceremony and allow your guests to watch it live by creating a schedule of what needs to be broadcasted. Livestream seems much more realistic than giving details on calls and texts or even pictures. Also, send hampers containing customized sanitizers, masks, t-shirts, etc. to the relatives who for certain reasons could not attend the ceremonies.
Handmade Garlands and Floral Jewellery
To make the lockdown wedding creative yet safe, try making beautiful handmade garlands that could be cherished and recalled for life. Make garlands using fabric, paper, or even stockings and a wire. Use these flowers in making trendy floral jewelry for the Haldi function and also for spring bridal showers. You can make ample colorful nylon flowers with stockings by tying the stockings on the loops of wire and then give them forms of garlands and jewelry.
Customized Masks
Isn’t buying matching masks instead of accessories, the new normal? Along with matching the masks with the wedding outfits, provide custom wedding masks to your guests as well. You can leave them in attractive bags on each side of the wedding hall. The masks can either be theme-based, different for the bride’s and the groom’s families. Besides, the name mesh of the couple would be a great idea to customize similar face masks for all the guests.
Mehendi Stage Decor at Home
Have you heard about the bangle ceremony? You can merge the Mehendi, Haldi, and Bangle ceremonies into a great event at home. Decorate the stage with bangles that can be ultimately used for the bangle ceremony as well, wherein all the females wear bangles of their choice and sizes. Fold colorful papers and turn them into a selfie corner along with fairy lights. Moreover, the curtain trend can be set up for the bride that is quite easy to make with colorful chiffon and satin curtains, preferably olive green and yellow in accordance with the ceremonies.
As we know that tie-dye t-shirts are in vogue these days, nevertheless, do you know how easy is it to make these tees? These can be engraved with titles like Bride’s bestie, Bride’s mom, Cool grandma, Ladkewale, etc. for all the close ones. Tie your shirt with rubber bands to make the desired design by spreading dye sprays on the plain t-shirt and wrap it for a few hours. Untie the rubber bands, wash, and your DIY wedding t-shirts are ready. Additionally, use acrylic paints to write the titles with contrast colors on the back of the tees. Prefer rounded tees for men and v-necks for women. This would save money as well as help in following the precautionary measures.
Set-up Sanitizing Stations
There are adequate ways in which the virus can be spread among the guests, as we know by now. Consequently, sanitizers must be present everywhere possible so that the guests use them every time they touch something or someone. Arrange creative sanitizer bottles that fit with the theme with interesting quotes written on them that intrigue the guests to use them. You can also offer a bottle to each guest as a welcome gift that will make them feel extraordinary as well as ensure safety. Try refraining the guests from using mobile phones as handing over the phone to others for pictures might be a reason behind the spread of the virus.
When you’re not working your 40-hour a week job, you retreat to your spare bedroom, your garage, or your backyard shed. There you indulge in pursuing a hobby that probably has nothing to do with how you’re earning your living. Then comes that day when you realize that maybe instead of spending your energy working for someone else, you should put it towards working for yourself.
First Things to Consider
Before simply quitting your day job and working in your hobby, consider whether your skill level is up to making it a full-time job. Your business has a better chance of succeeding if it revolves around a special skill you can bring to the market.
Be ready to accept criticism of your work. There’s always a nay-sayer in the bunch. Along with this, ask yourself if you’re ready to do your hobby every day, with all of the deadlines and expectations of a full-time job. If you took up the hobby for relaxation, it might not be so relaxing to be trying to run it as a business.
Develop a Business Plan
As with any business, you’ll have to spend time on the not-so-fun stuff: working out a business plan, setting sales goals, and setting aside enough money to see you through the first few years before the profits can start to roll in. You’ll also want to consider whether or not to hire employees.
Let’s say, for instance, you decide to start your own clothing line since you enjoy making clothes and you always get compliments on the outfits you create. You’re going to have to figure things out like how much will you need to spend on materials, what type of clothes you want to make, and how much you need to sell your pieces for to make a profit.
Every detail of your business will need to be included in your business plan… even down to the clothing label vendor you choose. Nonetheless, you want quality at a reasonable price, and that’s why you may choose to go with Wunderlabel for your clothing tags.
Another thing to take into account is whether working out of your home will be feasible once you’re working 40 or more hours a week. Do you want employees coming to your home to work? Are you ready to take on renting or owning a business location in addition to your home expenses? These are a couple of the realities of running a business.
Get to Know Someone Already in Your Field of Interest
Consider taking some time to meet with a financial advisor or accountant about potential expenses you may not have thought about. Even better, meet with someone already working in the field. Learn if there’s even a demand for your product. Your friends and neighbors might promise to buy from you, but many won’t come through when the time comes.
The number of newly established businesses grew this past year while people were isolated and out of work. They saw turning their pastimes and hobbies into work as a means to bring in income.
When Can a Hobby Become Your Work?
Keep in mind that in the majority of these cases, the people who succeed at turning a hobby into a business were usually already working their hobby as a second job before making the switch. Doing this lets you develop the contacts and publicity you’ll need to succeed when you start to work your hobby full time.
Just because you have a quality product doesn’t mean you’ll succeed immediately. The reality is that the majority of new businesses fold within the first two years. This usually happens because not enough money is set aside to cover living expenses and potential emergencies to allow for the time it can take to start seeing a profit.
Average Lifespan of a Business
If they make it past the two-year barrier, most businesses still shut down after five years. Many people are simply not ready for the responsibilities of running their own business. It might be that you’re more suited to being a loyal employee for someone else as opposed to being an entrepreneur. Owning and running a business is not for everyone.
You Have to Be Accessible Online
Another consideration for modern businesses is developing your online presence. Today people expect a business to have a website with options to see a map and get directions to a physical location if you have one. They expect to see a blog with current posts and a place to read any reviews you’ve received.
Turning your hobby into a business can be rewarding. It can be a way to break out of the routine 9 to 5 office environment into one where you are your own boss and set your own hours. But it is a responsibility and not a decision you want to take lightly. Take some time out of your day to sit down and really think through what all is entailed in running a business. In the end, it could be that making your hobby your job is the right option for you.
